Checking in for 100,000 Years Chapter 1000: What a Bunch of Bastards

"Skyreach Island? I've never even heard of such a place!"

Ye Yun's expression turned grim, a faint sneer gracing his lips.

Every major force seems to harbor a few rotten apples.

While the Island Master of Skyreach Island, Jiang Hengyue, was reputedly a man of integrity, some of his subordinates clearly fell into the category of scoundrels, colluding with evildoers.

These individuals, leveraging the influence of Skyreach Island, wrought havoc and engaged in all manner of wicked deeds, even conspiring with sea monsters from the Tenth Sea Region to pilfer his junior sister's artifact.

How could Ye Yun possibly refrain from unleashing a purge?

After eliminating all of them, only this cultivator at the Third Layer of the True God Realm remained, dispatched by Ye Yun to deliver a message.

Let's see how many more short-sighted fools would dare to intervene in this matter!

Those who step forward will be met with death!

Ten millennia prior.

As the Sect Master of the Dragon God Sect, Ye Yun presided over an Eternal-level sect and, naturally, had witnessed the full spectrum of the world.

He understood that with a large membership, disparities in character were inevitable; even during his tenure leading the Dragon God Sect, there were disreputable elements within.

"You... you genuinely claim to have never heard of Skyreach Island?"

The cultivator, situated at the Third Layer of the True God Realm, stared at Ye Yun, his visage etched with utter disbelief.

To reside in the Tenth Sea Region and remain ignorant of Skyreach Island – from what obscure origins did these individuals emerge?

"Begone. Your cultivation is insufficient; I shall spare your life!"

Ye Yun flicked his sleeve, his voice devoid of warmth.

The man drew a sharp breath, cast a venomous glare at the three figures before him, then turned and departed.

A short distance away, he plunged into the water, vanishing from sight.

The Absolute Water House possesses a teleportation array, a necessary means for him to expedite his return to the Ninth Sea Area.

...

"Senior Brother, you are truly formidable! Facing so many cultivators of the True God Realm, yet none could match you."

Gu Anran gazed at Ye Yun with undisguised admiration, her eyes, curved like slivers of the moon, crinkled as she smiled.

Ye Yun's aged countenance flushed slightly; he had merely dispatched a handful of insignificant beings. Did that truly warrant such praise?

Genuine prowess would be demonstrated by vanquishing a few Divine Kings.

With no other recourse.

Ye Yun felt compelled to offer a fabricated explanation: "Little Junior Sister, it is merely that your Senior Brother possesses an abundance of artifacts, granting me a considerable advantage in strength, rendering me unafraid of numerical superiority!"

Gu Anran scanned her surroundings a few times, then inquired with a slight frown, "Senior Brother, I did not observe you employing any artifact just now?"

"It is a wind-attribute artifact, exceedingly small, concealed within my sleeve. It has since been put away!"

Ye Yun adjusted his expression, asserting this with an air of righteous conviction.

"I see."

Gu Anran nodded in acceptance.

Having received three superior God-tier artifacts from her Senior Brother, Gu Anran saw no reason to doubt his possession of a potent wind-attribute artifact.

"Ye Chen, why conceal your true strength from your Little Junior Sister?"

The Fallen Leaf Sacred Woman posed this question via voice transmission, a smile in her tone.

"My Little Junior Sister suffers from amnesia; she has endured immense hardship over the years. I do not wish for my cultivation level to be excessively high, lest it cause her to feel a sense of inadequacy..."

Ye Yun replied with a self-deprecating chuckle.

"Since she believes me to be a Refining Master, so be it. Ultimately, it changes nothing..."

As he concluded, Ye Yun offered a knowing wink and a smile to the Fallen Leaf Sacred Woman.

"I comprehend."

The Fallen Leaf Sacred Woman nodded with solemnity.

Despite Ye Yun's seemingly lighthearted demeanor, she perceived an underlying melancholy.

The young maiden before them, possessed of a certain innocence, was originally a human cultivator. Tragically, she had been afflicted by the Black Ming Divine Spider's venom and, against all odds, survived a harrowing ordeal.

Now, she had regrettably become a doppelgänger of the Black Ming Divine Spider.

Such a fate was indeed profoundly tragic.

The Fallen Leaf Sacred Woman extended her heartfelt sympathy to Gu Anran, feeling a pang of guilt for her own inability to offer more substantial aid at that moment.

...

The trio continued their flight for some time, encountering no further threats from sea monsters during this interim.

Gu Anran, exhibiting signs of boredom, gazed out at the serene azure expanse and mused, "Senior Brother, that Skyreach Island must be a significant power. If you released one of them, might he return with reinforcements?"

"There is no cause for apprehension. I possess a degree of familiarity with the Island Master of Skyreach Island; they are unlikely to cause significant trouble..."

Ye Yun responded with a smile.

"Then why did you not reveal this to them just now?"

Gu Anran inquired.

"These individuals are clearly rogue elements within Skyreach Island. My acquaintance there is likely unaware of such subordinates operating under his banner. Now that I have the opportunity, I might as well assist him in tidying up his affairs."

Ye Yun explained his reasoning.

"Mm hm!" Gu Anran offered a solemn nod of understanding.

"Little junior sister, after entering the Divine Land, are there any specific places you wish to visit?"

Ye Yun inquired with a gentle smile.

Gu Anran, being a doppelgänger of the Black Ming Divine Spider, logically should possess a subtle sensing ability towards the Black Ming Divine Spider's main body upon entering the Divine Land.

"Senior brother, the Divine Land is so vast; I am currently unsure where to go," Gu Anran replied with a slightly downcast expression.

"Worry not. Once you decide on a destination, simply inform your senior brother, and I shall accompany you there!" Ye Yun assured her with a smile, a knowing glint flickering deep within his eyes.

"You, senior brother, are truly wonderful to your little junior sister..." the Fallen Leaf Sacred Woman commented, a hint of envy in her voice.

Ye Yun affectionately reached out and ruffled Gu Anran's hair, stating with deep emotion, "There is only one little junior sister in my heart. I cannot allow anything to happen to her!"

"Senior brother, I'm not a child anymore! Stop ruffling my hair!" Gu Anran playfully stuck out her tongue and dodged aside.

"Haha!" Ye Yun erupted into laughter.

The trio continued their flight.

Occasionally, sea monsters would appear along their path, only to be effortlessly repelled by Gu Anran's abilities.

The Ninth Sea Area.

In a particular locale on Skyreach Island, a teleportation array flared to life.

As the light subsided, a cultivator at the Third Layer of the True God Realm emerged. He vanished instantly, soaring towards a prominent location.

Before an ancient hall, he was abruptly halted by two guards.

"The Island Master is currently in seclusion!" one guard stated impassively.

"I have urgent matters to report to the Island Master!" the cultivator of the True God Realm Third Layer insisted anxiously.

"Before his seclusion, the Island Master explicitly stated he would not meet anyone. Liang Wei, if you have something pressing, you may directly consult Vice Island Master Zhao..."

"Understood!" Liang Wei reluctantly conceded, turning to fly in another direction.

Moments later.

In another section of Skyreach Island, an array activated. Amidst a flash of light, over a hundred cultivators of the True God Realm discreetly departed Skyreach Island, guided by a Vice Island Master.

Concurrently.

Within that ancient hall, Jiang Hengyue, the Island Master, opened his eyes.

Emerging from the hall, Jiang Hengyue glanced towards the guards, a slight frown creasing his brow. He questioned, "That fellow Liang Wei departed in such haste—what transpired? And why did he take a group led by the Vice Island Master?"

"Island Master, I made some discreet inquiries. Liang Wei and his contingent had previously visited the Tenth Sea Region. Word has it a directive came from the Absolute Water House, alleging a young monk in the Tenth Sea Region possesses two God-level treasures..." a guard reported hesitantly.

Jiang Hengyue's expression hardened: "Hmph! To brazenly extort treasures from others! Only Liang Wei returned; he must have learned a harsh lesson, correct?"

The guard nodded. "Most likely. With only Liang Wei returning this time, he must be seeking reinforcements..."

"What a pack of scoundrels!" Jiang Hengyue gestured dismissively with his sleeve, his face contorted with anger.

Lately, Skyreach Island has experienced an explosive growth, admitting numerous new disciples. However, some of these recruits are of questionable character and frequently engage in outlandish behavior. Now, this Liang Wei, attempting to pilfer treasures – while perhaps not for personal gain and ostensibly for Skyreach Island's benefit – could very well drag the island down should they provoke a formidable adversary.